"Soon" is a diverse word with multiple forms of usage primarily in the region of Southeast Asia. It is commonly used to describe a person who is acting like a moron, and is used in fits of anger and frustration.

While its original meanings has been distorted from its ancient Chinese origins, it is popular in Southeast Asia is a semi-curse word. Its rise to popular culture has been spearheaded by Southeast Asian movie "The Maid", where the main character's primary name is called "Ah Soon", who plays a retarded teenager.